EquipmentRecall 12V-375 · Vermeer vehicles
VERMEER MANUFACTURING COMPANY recall 12V-375 covers 3,450 Vermeer vehicles for a equipment problem, reported to NHTSA on August 2, 2012.
Source: NHTSA recall 12V375000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Vermeer is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 single axle brush chipper trailers because the axle mounting bolts could loosen, leading to axle separation from the brush chipper.
The risk
If the axle separates from the brush chipper, there is an increased risk of a crash.
The fix
Vermeer will notify owners, and dealers will replace the mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began ion August 21, 2012. Owners may contact Vermeer at 641-628-3141.
Vermeer's recall number is IK00-1731.Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from July 1, 2009 to July 30, 2012. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.